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Wester Inch has seen an improvement to overall bus services since Lothian Country introduced the 287 service last year.

The subsided 5A/B service also continues to operate through the village, providing approximately three buses per hour.

Executive councillor for development and transport, Cathy Muldoon, said: “We’re delighted to be able to provide a solution that will enhance the service in Bridgend and continue to serve areas within Bathgate, Livingston, Torphichen, Philpstoun and Linlithgow.

“The fact that the 31 serve is the only route within some of these villages highlights the importance of the route, and a lot of work has gone into looking at the best option available within the limited funding that we have available to us.

“Bus services often change and we’re satisfied that this option provides the best overall solution for those that use the service.

“Whilst Wester Inch will no longer be served by the 31 bus, there are other various alternative bus services in operation for those travelling to and from Wester Inch which will minimise the impact in that area.”

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